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Spaulding Youth Center Receives Grant from the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation in Support of Equine Therapy and Horsemanship Programs


Spaulding Youth Center students in Northfield, New Hampshire participate in equine therapy programs.

Spaulding Youth Center students participate in equine therapy programs.

“Spaulding is honored to receive this grant from the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation,” said Susan C. Ryan, President & CEO of Spaulding Youth Center. “These programs give our students the chance to participate in a fun activity while creating positive therapeutic outcomes.”

Spaulding Youth Center is excited to announce it has received a $15,000.00 grant from the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation. This grant was funded by gifts from the Charitable Foundation’s Daisy Hale Fund. The grant will directly support Spaulding’s equine therapy programs.

Horseback riding and horsemanship serve as a unique and effective form of therapy for Spaulding children and youth facing behavioral, emotional and physical challenges. Children create an emotional bond with the horses and participating in this activity encourages them to build social skills and confidence in a positive atmosphere. Spalding’s board-certified behavioral analysts (BCBAs) use Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) to develop and monitor plans for each student to build structure, set goals and promote skill acquisition based on their individual needs and abilities. The grant funding will cover the costs associated with transportation, instruction and materials. Historically, Spaulding students have received programming from both Back in the Saddle Equine Therapy Center (BITS ETC) and Lakes Region Riding Academy, and Spaulding intends to continue both collaborations.

Located in Hopkinton, New Hampshire, BITS ETC is a 501(c)3 non-profit that offers therapeutic riding and equine-assisted activities for people living with disabilities in central New Hampshire. BITS ETC was the first facility in the Northeast to be licensed by SpiritHorse International to offer its award-winning curriculum of special use for riders on the autism spectrum.

Lakes Region Riding Academy, located in Gilford, New Hampshire, is home to Spaulding’s Healing with Horses program. The program provides residential students the opportunity to experience horseback riding in an intimate, calming setting. Students receive personal lessons from founder Julie Lawrence once a week for a four-week session and learn about the care and maintenance of horses.

“Spaulding is honored to receive this grant from the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation,” said Susan C. Ryan, President & CEO of Spaulding Youth Center. “The funds directly support our participation in equine therapy programs in partnership with BITS ETC and Lakes Region Riding Academy. These programs give our students the chance to participate in a fun activity while creating positive therapeutic outcomes. We thank the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation for continuing to support our mission.”

Visit https://www.nhcf.org/ to learn more about the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation.

ABOUT SPAULDING YOUTH CENTER

Spaulding Youth Center is a leading provider of services for children and youth with neurological, emotional, behavioral, learning and/or developmental challenges, including Autism Spectrum Disorder and those who have experienced significant trauma, abuse or neglect. Services include academic, residential, clinical, community based, foster care, and family support. Established in 1871 and known as Spaulding Youth Center since 1958, our scenic hilltop campus is located on nearly 500 acres in Northfield, NH and welcomes boys and girls from ages 4 to 21 from around the state of New Hampshire and beyond. Spaulding Youth Center is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit. For information about Spaulding Youth Center, visit http://www.SpauldingYouthCenter.org.

ABOUT THE NEW HAMPSHIRE CHARITABLE FOUNDATION

The New Hampshire Charitable Foundation is New Hampshire’s statewide community foundation, founded in 1962 by and for the people of New Hampshire. The Foundation manages a growing collection of nearly 2,000 funds created by generous individuals, families and businesses, and awards nearly $40 million in grants and more than $6 million in scholarships every year. The Foundation works with generous and visionary citizens to maximize the power of their giving, supports great work happening in our communities and leads and collaborates on high-impact initiatives. For more information, please visit http://www.nhcf.org or call 603-225-6641.

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Dr. Louis Day’s newly released “Fighting Words” enlightens Christians on the physical and spiritual power God gives them to conquer evil in their government and culture


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“Fighting Words: Why Government and Culture Should Fear the Church”: a solid, Biblically based defense to inform and persuade Christians of their God-given powers to be a force to be reckoned with. When the Body of Christ unites itself with this power, governments are transformed, and cowards flee. “Fighting Words: Why Government and Culture Should Fear the Church” is the creation of published author Dr. Louis Day, a pastor and business entrepreneur who also teaches concealed weapon training and mass shooter event confrontation for churches, schools and hospitals.

From his experience and knowledge of Biblical doctrine and church history, Dr, Day exposes much-avoided topics and truths about God’s warrior heart and the King of kings call to arms for both our present history, and for eternity. God expects His people to be, and throughout history, they have been an overwhelming force to be reckoned with. It was His people who brought the Roman Empire to its knees, who ended slavery on two continents, and who have built more hospitals, orphanages and schools of higher learning than any other people group in world history. It was God’s rule of Law that gave the foundations to the American Constitution which has led to the most powerful and most prosperous nation in world history.

“There are lines in the sand that God expects both government and His people not to cross. When they are crossed, the King of kings expects there to be a fight for the good of all peoples.

“This author writes this book in hopes to cause a revolution among God’s people as they rediscover their God-given identity by hearing their King’s heartbeat for justice and truth from His rule of law for all peoples.

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Louis Day, PhD’s new book will light a fire in the Church’s bones to be that active force of God to be “salt and light” to write history for such a time as this.

Readers will be taught and motivated by God’s Spirit to follow the absolute authority of God above all governments.

View the synopsis of “Fighting Words: Why Government and Culture Should Fear the Church” on YouTube.

Consumers can purchase “Fighting Words: Why Government and Culture Should Fear the Church” at traditional brick-and-mortar bookstores or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “Fighting Words: Why Government and Culture Should Fear the Church,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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Madestella C. Holcomb’s newly released “For Such A Time As This” is an impassioned love story of one man’s search for his true identity


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“For Such A Time As This” is a powerful account that shares the trials of a young, rich White lawyer who tries to live a normal life amid America’s persecution against color and principle. “For Such a Time as This” is the creation of published author Madestella C. Holcomb, a writer, retired editor from the US government, family woman, and Christian.

Holcomb shares, “It is 1946, a dangerous time in the United States of America when minorities are persecuted, segregated, and denied their rights as equal citizens. It is a time when Darius Paul Deavers, a young White man, defies tradition, laws, and family for the right to marry his childhood sweetheart, Ariel Sage Copple, who is Black. He and Sage move to the state of Washington where interracial marriage is legal. He tries to deal with the pressures and all the mean things that happen to him because of his Black wife.

“The novel probes our most deeply held racial prejudices in a love story with all the extraordinary drama and overwhelming emotion as Darius travels down several avenues in search of himself as a White man. He is reminded by his father of Esther and Mordecai, who acted as God’s servants in a time of racial crisis. He tells Darius that, most likely, he and Sage were sent here for such a time as this to try and heal some of the world’s wounds. ‘For Such a Time as This’ is a brilliant love story embedded in one man’s search for his true identity.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Madestella C. Holcomb’s new book is an enriching masterpiece that reveals the beauty of love that triumphs against the odds of racial discrimination. This book also depicts an enthralling journey as Sage helps Darius to find the true meaning of life and the need of having a solid foundation, for his true identity can flourish.

View the synopsis of “For Such a Time as This” on YouTube.

Consumers can purchase “For Such a Time as This” at traditional brick-and-mortar bookstores or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “For Such a Time as This,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

You may also contact the author, at 303-333-4480

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Phillip A. Mikle Sr.’s newly released “Blame It on the Church” reveals the false teachings that revel around this world


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“Blame It on the Church”: a relevant discussion on issues that are rampant in the church and the facts that are hidden from the people in place of false teachings. “Blame It on the Church” is the creation of published author Phillip A. Mikle Sr., an African American who grew up in the crime-infested streets of “Lil Haiti”. Throughout his hardest times, God has shown up and revealed Himself during his lonely and darkest moments.

Mikle Sr. Shares, “The church has become one of the most hated organizations in the world. Almost every day, Christians are walking away from the church because its teachings have become more about money and materialism rather than God. We can clearly see that the heart of the church is leaning more toward prosperity than toward God. Preaching the Word of God has also become nothing more than another way of making a living, and the pulpits are full of false preachers who are taking full advantage of this. And because of the false doctrines of ‘tithing’ and ‘seed, sow, and harvest,’ families are being ripped apart. Husbands are leaving their wives because they’re giving their last dollar to the preachers and vice versa. This has been a strategy for a long time that the enemy has been using against Christians by teaching them false doctrines while concealing the truth. In Phillip A. Mikle Sr.’s eye-opening book Blame It on the Church, it uncovers God’s most kept secret from mankind ‘THE MYSTERY ABOUT THE TRINITY,’ God is not three persons but one. This book unmasks the world’s biggest scams which are ‘Tithing and seed, sow, and harvest.’ You will be informed about false preachers who the author calls ‘smooth criminals.’ This book uncovers the truth about ‘once saved, always saved,’ God will not allow his son to simply be an escape route on judgment day. And you will learn the truth about what is really going to happen when Christ returns to Earth. Like it or not, these are facts and this book is a must-read. The author makes it plain and simple for anyone who desperately want to know the truth. And, don’t get upset when you discover why many are pointing their fingers at the church and blaming it.

“Also, in this book the author addresses the #TIMESUP #METOO MOVEMENT, and including EVERY WOMAN that EXISTS on the face of this earth.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Phillip A. Mikle Sr.’s new book addresses the important issues that shadow the real truths of God. Here, readers will be enlightened of the truth that is long-hidden under the falseness of others’ speech.

View a synopsis of “Blame It on the Church” on YouTube.

Consumers can purchase “Blame It on the Church” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “Blame It on the Church,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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Sudie Williams’s newly released “Suffering Silently” – instructions for those with hurting hearts


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“Suffering Silently”: a wonderful manuscript filled with pages on topics that will help people find enlightenment and direction in their personal experiences and dilemmas. “Suffering Silently” is the creation of published author Sudie Williams, a writer who has worked as a teacher, assistant director, and director of various childcare centers and Head Start programs. She is an active listener, and she enjoys making people smile and laugh.

Williams shares, “Each day, I meet people who share so much in common. They are showing outward signs of frustration that are clearly visible. At some point in time, we all had to face invisible things that cannot be seen within a person. They consisted of problems, situations, circumstances, dilemma, drama, interferences, hindrances, oppositions, hardships, struggles, challenges, difficulties, pains, heartbreaks, and the list goes on.

“How we deal with those issues will determine whether our life will become effective and productive or whether it will seem dull and boring. We can look at the positive side of the issues, or we can see the negative side. In either situation, engaging and thriving in the right environment with the right people while making right choices will make a positive impact on our life. We have to set our might and sight on reaching positive goals and achievable dreams.

“People are hurting and they want answers to their questions or problems. We should not be afraid to speak up and to seek help. If you are hurting, please find a trusted friend or professional agency that you can open up with and share your concerns. Don’t try to carry the burden alone because it can get overwhelming.

“If you are a believer, exercise your faith. Be of good courage. Lift your head up, chin up, hands up, and let faith rise to new heights. Believe and confess you can overcome this.

“It has been a pleasure writing this book. I pray that it will help bring hope, healing, deliverance, restoration, unification, salvation, and encouragement to everyone who receives these words of wisdom and instructions. Remember you don’t have to suffer in silence.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Sudie Williams’s new book is a comforting voice for those who are silently suffering as it carries words of courage, hope, healing, and illumination that will drive them to face whatever comes.

View a synopsis of “Suffering Silently” on YouTube.

Consumers can purchase “Suffering Silently” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “Suffering Silently,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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Southern California Non-Profit Mourns The Death Of Two Beloved Board Members, Peter Devereaux and Bryan Stockton


United Cerebral Palsy of Los Angeles, Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties (UCPLA) President and Chief Executive Officer, Lori Anderson said, “It’s with great sadness that I announce the passing of our friends, mentors and Board Members, Peter Devereaux and Bryan Stockton. We are grateful for the many years of their outstanding leadership, friendship, guidance and wisdom. Peter and Bryan will be greatly missed by the entire UCPLA family and our larger community. We extend our deepest condolences to their respective families and many friends.”

Devereaux and his wife, Sandra, first connected with UCPLA in 1998 when they were looking for support for their son, Jason, who had cerebral palsy. While Jason never lived at one of the UCPLA homes, the Devereaux family was inspired to bring their friends into the fold to raise funds for the people who rely on UCPLA’s supports and resources every day. Devereaux’s passion was driven by Jason, along with his twin brother Matthew and their younger brother Michael. His commitment was embraced by Matthew and Michael, who have also volunteered many hours with UCPLA. Devereaux enjoyed spending time with Sandra and his sons. He was enormously proud of the men that they have become. Devereaux leaves a legacy of 22 years of warmth, compassion and integrity that will continue to guide UCPLA’s leadership, board members and families.

In a legal career spanning nearly 40 years, Devereaux was a partner in the Los Angeles office of Latham & Watkins. During his tenure he served as Chair of the Firm’s Securities Litigation and Professional Liability Practice for many years before retiring at the end of 2012. Devereaux’s vast legal experience made him an invaluable member of the UCPLA organization. He was instrumental in UCPLA receiving a $400,000 Cy Pres Award from the 2009 class action suit against the U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company. Over the years, Devereaux volunteered tireless hours in leadership roles on multiple boards within the UCPLA family of organizations, including the Board of Governors, Board of Directors, HUD and SCEF Boards and chaired many committees on the organization’s governing board.

Devereaux and Stockton enjoyed a long and close friendship, sharing an affinity for their families, their friends and a passion for classic automobiles. Devereaux recruited Stockton to join the UCPLA Board in 2015. Serving as Vice Chair of the Board of Directors, Stockton generously shared his extensive business and marketing experience with UCPLA. Stockton’s professional career spanned more than 35 years in senior leadership roles as a global consumer products executive creating brand and shareholder value. Stockton was Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Mattel, Inc., the worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of toys. Prior to Mattel, Stockton held numerous senior leadership roles with Kraft Foods. His professional experience made him an invaluable leader of several Board committees with UCPLA. He was the Chair of the committee leading the organizational rebrand scheduled for public launch in early 2021 and was also involved with the business planning for a new service line for UCPLA. Stockton and his wife, Maureen, were generous and committed supporters of UCPLA. Stockton was also a passionate musician and photographer. He enjoyed time with Maureen, his daughters, Meredith and Lauren and two grandchildren, along with their sons, Garrett and Chase.

Stockton served as an active Board member and advisor for a number of organizations, including the Board of Advisors of privately-held Sierra Nevada Brewing Company; UCLA Anderson School Board of Advisors as a member of the Executive Committee and Chair of the Strategic Planning and Initiatives Committee; and as a member of the Getty Museum Conservation Council. He held a variety of senior leadership roles on the Toy Industry Association, including two years as Chairman, and was a member of the Board of Mattel Children’s Hospital UCLA from 2001 to April 2010. Stockton is a past member of the Board of Directors of the 2015 Special Olympics World Summer Games hosted in Los Angeles.

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A Journey of Faith” shares the true story of a woman who surpassed her toils in life with faith and courage


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“Into the Wilderness: A Journey of Faith”: an enthralling book that contains a woman’s faith-driven moments in life that speak of her suffering and healing by the grace of God. “Into the Wilderness: A Journey of Faith” is the creation of published author Tracy M. Lewis, PhD, a former youth pastor, social worker and principal, and a veteran of the United States Air Force and National Guard.

Lewis shares, “‘Into the Wilderness: A Journey of Faith’ is the spiritually inspiring and surreal true story of a young girl from West Virginia who, at the age of twelve, suddenly finds herself deposited into the harshest environment imaginable—the streets and public schools of South Central, Los Angeles.

“There, she struggles to survive not only the violence, crime, and destruction around her but also the resulting trauma, depression, sadness, and sense of hopelessness. Her sudden friendship with a Jewish family at the age of fourteen leads to a desire to know God for herself and a much-needed encounter with Jesus at the age of sixteen.

“Five years later, a God-directed mission into the wilderness of Alaska quickly builds her faith in a powerful way, and her relationship with God is strengthened as she learns the meaning of spiritual warfare.

“For people who need answers to the questions, ‘Is God Real? Does God care about me? Do I have a purpose?’ This book is for them.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Tracy M. Lewis, PhD’s new book hopes to enlighten readers of God’s abounding love for them and His plans for their lives, especially in times of despair and loss.

This book presents truthful circumstances in life that exude with trust in God and the wisdom of understanding one’s purpose in life as willed by the Lord.

View the synopsis of “Into the Wilderness: A Journey of Faith” on YouTube.

Consumers can purchase “Into the Wilderness: A Journey of Faith” at traditional brick-and-mortar bookstores or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “Into the Wilderness: A Journey of Faith,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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Warehouse Cinemas Partners with Local Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community


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“We’re excited to reveal our equipment and plans for better closed captioning experiences and open captioning programming.” says Kyle Kops, General Manager of Warehouse Cinemas.

Warehouse Cinemas, a locally owned, premium movie theatre company offered a private tour with local advocates for the deaf and hard of hearing moviegoing community on Friday, July 31st. This is part of a continued effort to dialogue and bridge the gap to the 6,000+ deaf and hard of hearing members of the Frederick community to offer the best moviegoing experience possible for all!

“We’re excited to reveal our equipment and plans for better closed captioning experiences and open captioning programming.” says Kyle Kops, General Manager of Warehouse Cinemas.

Warehouse Cinemas promises no more uncomfortable and heavy CC glasses. Their QSC CCR-100 closed caption devices are made to provide each user with a simple and effective CC movie experience. An arm mounted closed caption receiver provides each user with a private display that is attached by an angled flex arm with a base and cupholder. The built-in optics present a distant virtual image to the user so the caption and movie screen can be viewed without refocusing the screen.

Along with the top of the line CC equipment, Warehouse Cinemas plans to also roll out an open caption screening program. They will offer, for example, premium open captioning access for early screenings of big films on traditional opening Thursday nights, whenever possible.

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About Warehouse Cinemas: A venture of HighRock Group, Warehouse Cinemas offers a unique, premium movie going experience by providing first-run movies, dynamic pricing, leather recliner seating, high-quality picture and sound, premium food and drink options, modern-industrial décor, and special community events.

About HighRock Group: HighRock Group is a privately held holding company headquartered in Hagerstown, Maryland. Companies currently under HighRock Group include HighRock Studios, a full-service marketing agency, Warehouse Tap Room, a restaurant and tap house, LeftBrain Technology, a data and marketing automation company, and Warehouse Cinemas. Learn more: highrockgrp.com.

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Esther Cooper’s newly released “From The Process To The Product” is a purposeful memoir that reveals the saving grace of God in the author’s life.


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“From The Process To The Product: The Battles And Victories Of A Saved African Woman”: an awe-inspiring book that unveils the author’s harrowing past and how God saved her from evil and depravity with His love and overwhelming goodness. “From The Process To The Product: The Battles And Victories Of A Saved African Woman” is the creation of published author Esther Cooper, a church server currently on a summer mission to make Christ known within the Philadelphia areas.

Cooper shares, “This timely book will encourage the Body of Christ to believe again in the reality of the existence of the supernatural realm. Esther Cooper believes that had it not been for her acceptance of Christ Jesus prior to the civil war in Liberia, her country of origin, she would have been among the hundreds of thousands of her people who became victims of the civil war. Looking at her battles and victories is a clear indication that no real Christian needs be a victim of Satan, unless by choice of failure to fight back through prayers, Bible reading, meditation, and a firm decision to believe and stand on God’s word to defeat Satan.

“This book will encourage the nonbeliever as well. Esther believes that if she could be processed from the devil’s kingdom of darkness into Christ’s kingdom of light, no one needs to remain Satan’s captive for life.

“This book will challenge both the Christian and unbeliever as well. The goal of this book is to lead the nonbeliever to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ, the Savior of Esther, and hopefully the Savior of the reader. After reading this book and hopefully surrendering your life to Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit will begin the work of processing you into the vessel he would want to use. The process, like anything that is of value, is not easy. However, you will love the finished product—a new you.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Esther Cooper’s new book hopes to inspire faith to believers and nonbelievers alike and beckon them to partake in the Lord’s redeeming mercy and compassion.

This book is a powerful testament to the uplifting graciousness of God that ushers in strength, healing, and transformation from life’s woes.

View the synopsis of “From The Process To The Product: The Battles And Victories Of A Saved African Woman” on YouTube.

Consumers can purchase“From The Process To The Product: The Battles And Victories Of A Saved African Woman” at traditional brick-and-mortar bookstores or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “From The Process To The Product: The Battles And Victories Of A Saved African Woman,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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A love story” is an intriguing Civil War love story filled with unexpected twists and turns


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“The Bigamist: A love story”: a gripping family tale of love in the face of unexpected situations and never-ending trials. “The Bigamist: A love story” is the creation of published author Jim Mitcham, a deacon in his Baptist church and greeter at the door of the church every Sunday morning. He spends much of his day now driving for Lyft and enjoys meeting and having great conversations with his riders.

Mitcham shares, “The Bigamist is a family story told of my grandfather, several greats back, who served in the Confederate Army. He was reported killed in the Battle of Antietam in Maryland, though he was only wounded and spent the rest of the war in a Yankee prison camp in Chicago. When he returned home, he discovered his wife, who had thought him dead, had remarried for protection of herself and the children. The results and the remainder of the story have been created through my imagination. I hope you enjoy reading this story half as much as I did writing it.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Jim Mitcham’s new book is a brilliant creation filled with a captivating narrative that journeys through one’s life and the tribulations they face.

Born of a story that has been running in the family for years, this will surely interest and inspire everyone.

View a synopsis of “The Bigamist: A love story” on YouTube.

Consumers can purchase “The Bigamist: A love story” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “The Bigamist: A love story,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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